Editor’s note: Julie Barnard is an incarcerated student in Grand Valley State University's educational program at Bellamy Creek Correctional Facility. The opinions expressed in this piece are her own and do not necessarily represent the official position...

On Thursday, Feb. 6, a beautiful and thought-provoking mural outside of the Milton E. Ford LGBT Resource Center was removed by Grand Valley State University administrators. The piece, titled “Pétalos De Cambio," or “Petals of Change," was the brainchild...

Throughout the year, one of the days I look forward to most is Valentine’s Day. Valentine’s Day is all about love. However, many people dislike this celebrated day and the constant presence of hearts and cupid. I believe that much of the disdain for...

After President Donald Trump’s first two weeks in office, many changes have stirred up fear, confusion and panic across the United States. Attacks on DEI, Nazi salutes at the presidential inauguration, mass deportations, a pathetic attempt at a trade...

I was born to a single mother who made only slightly above minimum wage, so, to say the least, I grew up poor. As a result of this, many things in my future appeared bleak. I was an average student at most, and I didn’t expect to receive any scholarships...

I’ve always believed the sentiment that no politician is perfect. I see any politician's role as inherently flawed, due to associated responsibilities and authority, which can easily be corrupted. While I persist in this sentiment, I also believe there...

On Feb. 9, like so many Americans every year, I will be sitting down with friends to watch the Super Bowl. A long night of good food, football and music is set to commence. At least, that's how it's supposed to be. The Super Bowl is the most exciting...

Like other students at Grand Valley State University, I have become increasingly anxious about the state of America following the inauguration of President Donald J. Trump on Monday, Jan. 20. The inauguration was notably attended by wealthy tech executives...